local official advice giving some clarity.
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Over the last weeks, these news pages have attempted to keep abreast of the latest financial help on offer from the government:
Financial help and resilience: a further guide
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The government has made further new offers of financial help:
UK furlough scheme extended by four months | bbc.co.uk
UK emergency CBILS and ‘bounce back’ loans for small firms hits £15 billion | standard.co.uk
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Although in another area, it might not be enough:
UK retailers warn of ‘imminent collapse’ without more state help | ft.com
Just 10% of promised government-backed coronavirus loans reach businesses | uk.finance.yahoo.com
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It can seem a rather unclear, if confusing, picture:
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Nevertheless, MPs are trying to give clear, helpful information to constituents – with East Devon’s MP here:
Coronavirus guidance for people and businesses | simonjupp.org.uk
And another MP’s website with very helpful info and advice here:
Covid-19 Support nigelmillsmp.com
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A very good place to go is the Citizens’ Advice Bureau:
And another is the Federation of Small Businesses:
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And locally, there is the Chamber of Commerce with a lot of practical information: